Systems Architect III

Basic Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience in network and communication roles, with a focus on LAN/WAN, wireless, and network security
• Deep understanding of networking principles, including TCP/IP, the OSI model, and various network topologies
• Expertise in designing, implementing, and managing networks, including LANs, WANs, and wireless services
• Knowledge of network security best practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data security protocols
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve network issues
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and technologies
• Knowledge of scripting languages and automation tools to automate network tasks
• Experience in managing network projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring
• A commitment to staying up to date with the latest network technologies and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly self-motivated
• Detail Oriented

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Current Secret clearance
• Relevant certifications required for Base and Compute Environment applicable to DoD 8570 IAT Level II
• Expertise in network design, analysis, optimization, and operation of LAN/WAN and wireless services, as well as network security services
• Experience with routing & switching, multicast, and QoS
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and public relations skills
• Experience with common security threats and protections to network, cloud, and endpoint resources
• Experience in log forwarding and event correlation with an enterprise grade SIEM
• Experience with public cloud networking and security technologies in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP
• Experience with network security technologies (Palo Alto, Cisco, Juniper, etc.)
• Experience with SD-WAN solutions and network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)
• Strong expertise in firewall architecture and security best practices
• Knowledge of cloud security and securing cloud applications
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in the design, configuration, troubleshooting, and administration of NGFW virtual and physical appliances
• Strong working knowledge of and experience with common network protocols including but not limited to: BGP, OSPF, STP, ARP, VLANs, Trunking, LACP, VPCs, ICMP, LDAP, RADIUS, DNS, DHCP, HTTP, TLS, SMTP, SSH, SCP
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and certificates
• Implementation and administration experience with one or more Multi-Factor Authentication technologies
• Implementation and administration experience with forward and reverse proxies and/or load balancers
• Threat intelligence experience (consumption, presentation, and enforcement of indicators)

Desired Skills/Knowledge:

• Design, implementation, and administration experience with one or more Multi-Factor Authentication technologies.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Familiarity with NIST SP 800 series.
• Additional certifications related to Security and Route/ Switch would be a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

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Preferred locations: Remote

Travel Required: 25 - 90%. May require onsite trips to the VA/DC/MD area and client site locations.

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $155,000.00 to $165,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email taposting@wwt.com.

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